Mark Wheatley
Droitwich,Worcestershire
Summary
Buyer with extensive experience in a variety of business sectors within the Reddiplex Group. Offering comprehensive market and trend understanding to consistently meet current and future consumer demands.
Experienced in the import and export procedures for customs clearance of goods from all over the world.
Diligent Buyer regularly maintains inventory to meet vendor product supply requirements and properly fulfill orders. Maintains market awareness by communicating customer needs with purchasing and sales teams. Liaises with Managing Director to determine speciality order pricing and out-of-stock item estimated delivery and freight costs to meet company expectations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work history
Puchasing Lead
Grayson Thermal Systems
TYSELEY, Birmingham
01.2025 - Current
Senior buyer
Grayson thermal systems
Birmingham, West Midlands
02.2023 - 01.2025
- Evaluated product sales performance to provide accurate reports and identify improvement opportunities.
- Assessed and resolved logistic challenges to meet delivery deadlines.
- Researched and purchased specialized equipment and materials for company use.
- Assisted with staff development by implementing effective, hands-on training programmes for new employees, maximising performance and engagement from day one.
- Made Numerous annual buying trips to preview new items and make purchases.
- Conducted market research, identifying competitive pricing trends.
- Evaluated supplier performance for quality control measures.
- Improved cost efficiency with effective contract negotiations.
Buyer
Grayson Thermal Systems
Birmingham, West Midlands
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Negotiated bulk purchase agreements with suppliers to reduce expenses.
- Assessed supplier options to ensure quality and reliability.
- Established delivery schedules, maintaining high customer satisfaction levels.
- Identified new vendors through global market research.
- Strengthened supplier relationships by negotiating favourable contracts and terms.
- Analysed market trends to anticipate product demand effectively.
BUYER
Reddiplex Limited
Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire
04.1999 - 08.2022
- Managed and implemented various contracts to achieve cost-effective results.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to negotiate optimal value and enhance productivity.
- Monitored market trends to adapt to fluctuating demand.
- Provided procurement support and guidance to export departments, improving customer service.
- Negotiated pricing for hardware and accessories, securing optimal costs.
- Sourced new vendors to expand product offerings and increase profit margins.
- Communicated with stakeholders, ensuring timely deliveries from vendors and merchants.
- Conducted overseas buying trips to evaluate vendors and preview new items.
Education
City and Gulds Level 2 in Auto Cad design.
WORCESTER TECH
Worcester2002
Skills
- Able to work in a team or as an individual
- Proficient in Excel
- Valuable buying expertise in a number of sectors
- Positive supplier relations
- Persuasive negotiator
- Supply chain assistance
- Goods procurement
- Pricing negotiations
- Materials sourcing
- Import and Export Procedures
- Purchasing procedures
- Vendor coordination
- Vendor relations
Timeline
Puchasing Lead
Grayson Thermal Systems
01.2025 - Current
Senior buyer
Grayson thermal systems
02.2023 - 01.2025
Buyer
Grayson Thermal Systems
08.2022 - 02.2023
BUYER
Reddiplex Limited
04.1999 - 08.2022
City and Gulds Level 2 in Auto Cad design.
WORCESTER TECH